Daily Devotional for June 20, 2014

Matthew 11:28-30
“Come to me and I will give you rest—all of you who work so hard beneath a heavy yoke. Wear my yoke—for it fits perfectly—and let me teach you; for I am gentle and humble, and you shall find rest for your souls; for I give you only light burdens.”

The Living Bible copyright © 1971 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.


Have you ever tried on clothing or a pair of shoes that didn’t feel quite right…then someone suggested that you try another size, and it felt so much better?  The fit was more “you”…in fact, it was perfect!  That’s exactly how it is with a life in Christ.  Jesus fits each of us perfectly. Notice that He doesn’t claim to give you a burden-free life.  Jesus promises us burdens that are lighter and easier to bear – because He does the heavy lifting!

Nobody likes to wear shoes or clothing that doesn’t fit. So why are you putting up with a life that is overly burdensome and uncomfortable?  Come to Jesus…let Him do the heavy lifting.  Wear His yoke instead of the ill-fitting one you’ve been dealing with…and find rest for your soul in the process.
 


©2014 Debbie Robus

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